Felix Okombo

Felix Okombo Resume - |-Professional Summary I am a strong believer in social constructivism, that knowledge is collectively constructed and that learning with assistance or instruction is a normal feature of human development. I lay more emphasis on my role as a teacher in creating stimulating and engaging environment and experiences for learners to trigger and guide the learning process as the learner interacts with the environment. The learning experiences must be carefully selected and must not only be relevant but also be within the learner’s ‘Zone of Proximal Development’ Vygotsky (1978). I heavily practice Bruner’s Scaffolding and contingent teaching, a careful balance between support and independence. Of even more significance is Collaborative learning and the role of peers during the process of learning. I believe that exposure to a differing opinion from another child (someone equal to them in status and power) would elicit conflict of opinion, then a force towards resolves of differences. These are the mental processes that constitute valuable learning. Experience Science Teacher Lehigh Acres Middle School, Lee County Florida USA August 2022 - Current  Creating a safe and conducive learning environment where learners feel confident interacting with peers and resources for learning. Design, develop and deliver quality lesson plans and teaching/learning resources adhering with state/county education guidelines. Drawing up suitable assessment and delivering feedback to students, parents, and other teachers in time, using the feedback for student and instruction improvement. Setting up demonstrations and supervising students while conducting experiments. Science Teacher W.D Sugg Middle School, Manatee County Florida USA August 2019 - July 2022  Creating a safe and conducive learning environment where learners feel confident interacting with peers and resources for learning. Design, develop and deliver quality lesson plans and teaching/learning resources adhering with state/county education guidelines. Drawing up suitable assessment and delivering feedback to students, parents, and other teachers in time, using the feedback for student and instruction improvement. Setting up demonstrations and supervising students while conducting experiments. Biology/Chemistry/Science Teacher Queen International School, Dubai UAE September 2017 - June 2019  Creating a safe and conducive learning environment where learners feel confident interacting with peers and resources for learning. Design, develop and deliver quality lesson plans and teaching/learning resources adhering with state/county education guidelines. Drawing up suitable assessment and delivering feedback to students, parents, and other teachers in time, using the feedback for student and instruction improvement. Setting up demonstrations and supervising students while conducting experiments. Key Stage 2 Teacher St. Christopher’s Schools, Nairobi Kenya September 2013 - July 2017  Creating a safe and conducive learning environment where learners feel confident interacting with peers and resources for learning. Design, develop and deliver quality lesson plans and teaching/learning resources adhering with state/county education guidelines. Drawing up suitable assessment and delivering feedback to students, parents, and other teachers in time, using the feedback for student and instruction improvement. Setting up demonstrations and supervising students while conducting experiments. Education M.Ed. Instructional Design and technology- American College of Education, USA B. Ed Science/Special Needs-Maseno University KENYA October 2022 November 2009 Skills, Certifications and Achievements Good verbal, written and communication skills Ability to work in team or individually with little or no supervision Persuasion skills Highly organized and efficient Online coarse design and creation  Digital instructional media design and creation  Child safety certification 1. Anne McDonald, Principal W.D Sugg Middle School, Bradenton Fl. USA - Tell - 2. Daniel Boyd, Ass. Principal W.D Sugg Middle School, Bradenton, Fl. USA - Tell - 3. Anne Khaimia, Head teacher St. Christopher’s School, Karen Nairobi KENYA - Tell -